A senior staff member at France's presidential palace will stand trial over the alleged theft of precious tableware, including Baccarat Champagne glasses and Sèvres porcelain plates. Around 100 objects that were reported missing from the presidential collection were allegedly later found in the loc»»»

Orlen Upstream Norway, part of the Orlen Group, acquired 7.6% stakes in the Albuskjell and Vest Ekofisk fields in the North Sea from DNO. This deal adds approximately 8 million barrels of oil equivalent to Orlen’s reserves. Alongside other partners, Orlen has also committed to developing the Albusk»»»

Panattoni has finalized the sale of its 40,500 m² logistics and production facility, Panattoni Park Koluszki, to DL Invest Group for €29 million. The fully leased property reflects strong market liquidity and investor demand for well-located, income-generating assets. Located in central Poland, the»»»

The transactions were concluded with companies operating in the business services and IT sectors, against the backdrop of a tightening Bucharest office market, where average vacancy rate has fallen below 12%, while availability in central locations is significantly lower, particularly for large, mo»»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.3806 dinars for one euro on Monday, which is a slight change relative to Friday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is down by 0.1 pct against the euro m-o-m and by 0.4 pct y-o-y and by 0.3 pct relative to»»»

Dubai: Middle East mergers and acquisitions rebounded sharply in 2025, with deal values surging 260% to $53 billion in the first nine months of the year, defying earlier market volatility and reinforcing the region’s reputation as one of the world’s most resilient dealmaking hubs. Sign up for our d»»»

For nearly three decades, American lawyer Bryan W. Jardine has witnessed, and contributed to, Romania’s transformation. As Wolf Theiss marks 20 years locally, he reflects on legal reform, major deals, and the country’s evolution. By Mihai Cristea You first arrived in Romania in 1996. How would you »»»

Doha, Qatar: The residential market activity is expected to remain robust, following a 28% year-on-year rise in transaction value and a 35% increase in quarterly trading volumes in the third quarter (Q3) of this year which underscores sustained buyer confidence. The residential land values are expe»»»

Doha, Qatar: Oodles Wok, the globally recognised Asian Fusion fast-casual sensation, has officially opened its doors in Qatar, marking it’s expansion into the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) market. The brand’s inaugural location at the City Centre Doha Mall (3rd Floor – West Food Court) welcomed gu»»»

Visitors walk through the Salle des Fetes where major dinner parties and other ceremonies take place at the Elysee Palace in Paris. File Photo by Eco Clement/UPI | License Photo Dec. 21 (UPI) -- The head steward responsible for formal silverware has been arrested for stealing fine cutlery and porce»»»

DANA Gas, the Middle East’s leading regional private sector natural gas company, has commenced drilling the Balsam-2 development well in the Balsam Development lease onshore Nile delta. The Balsam-2 well is being drilled with the 2000 HP Egyptian Drilling Company’s Rig #48 and targets the Qawasim f»»»

The Thiruvananthapuram Seventh Additional Sessions Court on Saturday granted anticipatory bail to acclaimed filmmaker and former legislator P.T. Kunju Muhammed in a sexual assault case filed by a woman from the film industry, according to local media reports. The court allowed the bail under strict»»»

Doha, Qatar: Aeon’s Aegis confirmed his class with a second consecutive victory in QA Gr1 Qatar Derby for 3YO Thoroughbreds, following up his Derby Trial success with a dominant performance in the Qatar Racing & Equestrian Club (QREC staged Qatar International Derby Day at the Al Rayyan Racecourse »»»

Alphabet’s Google and Apple have advised some employees on US work visas to avoid international travel, warning that visa stamping delays of up to 12 months could leave staff stranded outside the country, according to reports. Also Read: US widens social media vetting for H-1B and H-4 visa applican»»»

Doha, Qatar: Lawh Wa Qalam: Maqbool Fida Husain Museum, established by Qatar Foundation, has launched a Learning and Outreach Program, beginning a new phase of educational programming following the museum's recent opening to the public. The Learning and Outreach Program will run from December 21-31»»»

KUWAIT, Dec 19 (KUNA) -- Kuwait's skies are expected to clear up tonight amid cold weather and gradual improvement of horizontal visibility.Dherar Al-Ali, the Acting Director of Kuwait Meteorological Department, said in remarks to KUNA the cold weather could be coupled with northwesterly winds (10-»»»

Huawei set the stage in Dubai last night with the highly anticipated Unfold the Moment launch event, unveiling a new lineup of flagship devices. From innovative foldable engineering to ultra-luxury wearables and cutting-edge tablets, the event introduced the HUAWEI Mate X7, the brand’s latest folda»»»

An increase in fine particulate matter in several cities in the country was reported on Thursday by the Executive Environment Agency (ExEA). According to data published by ExEA, the most significant exceedance was recorded in Sofia, where it ranged from 2.05 to 3.48 times above the norm of 50 micro»»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.3758 dinars for one euro on Friday, which is a slight change relative to Thursday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is down by 0.1 pct against the euro m-o-m and by 0.3 pct y-o-y and relative to the begi»»»

DOHA: Qatar's retail sector in the country remained stable during the third quarter of 2025, underpinned by resilient consumer spending and continued growth in tourism, according to market insights from Cushman & Wakefield. While overall activity was steady, performance varied notably across retail»»»

DOHA: Nations are ultimately shaped by how they invest in people, not only by infrastructure but by learning, curiosity, and individual potential, according to Executive Director of Community Engagement and Programming at Qatar Foundation, Kholoud M. Al Ali. In a statement marking Qatar National Da»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Nations are shaped over time by the choices they make about people - not only by what they build, but by how they invest in learning, curiosity, and the capacity of individuals to engage with the world around them. Progress rises through people, and the future depends on w»»»

The cross-border rail tunnel between Bulgaria and the Republic of North Macedonia should be completed by 2028, Bulgaria's outgoing Deputy Prime Minister and Transport and Communications Minister Grozdan Karadjov told journalists on Thursday. He attended a sitting of the parliamentary Foreign Policy»»»

Venezuela on Wednesday said its crude oil exports were not impacted by US President Donald Trump's announcement of a potentially crippling blockade, insisting it was proceeding with business as usual. Venezuela struck a defiant note Wednesday, insisting its crude oil exports were not impacted by US»»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.3712 dinars for one euro on Thursday, which is a slight change relative to Wednesday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is down by 0.2 pct against the euro m-o-m and by 0.3 pct y-o-y and relative to the b»»»

Thousands of African objects "given, stolen and forcefully taken" at the height of the British Empire have gone on display at a museum and curators admit they have almost no record of where they came from. The items have been taken out of storage by Manchester Museum and placed in its Africa Hub to»»»

The Thiruvananthapuram City Cyber Police on Wednesday registered a case over the parody song ‘Pottiye Kettiye’, which went viral during the recent local body election campaign in Kerala. The case was filed following a complaint by Prasad Kuzhikkala, general secretary of the Thiruvabharana Patha Sam»»»

Naypyidaw: An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 struck Myanmar on Thursday, a statement by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 100km. Also In This Package Watch: Rooftop pools overflow as Bangkok sways in quake Downpours drench homeless survivors of Myanma»»»

Warner Bros Discovery's board has urged shareholders to reject a $108.4 billion hostile takeover bid from Paramount Skydance, saying it failed to provide adequate financing assurances. The board argued that the terms of a rival merger deal with Netflix represent "superior, more certain value f»»»

Continued from page 1 In a statement, the US State Department said Secretary Rubio praised Qatar’s role in advancing US objectives in the M-E and Africa.Rubio and Sheikh Mohammed launched the seventh US-Qatar Strategic Dialogue during the visit, reaffirming the strong strategic partnership between »»»

Skopje, 15 December 2025 (MIA) - The prices of fuel and diesel are set to drop by Mden 2 per liter as of Monday midnight, while the price of extra light household oil will drop by Mden 1, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has said. The new retail price of Eurosuper BS-95 will be Mden 73 per li»»»

Abu Dhabi’s Emirates Park Zoo and Resort (EPZR) has launched a complimentary shuttle service from Al Wahda Mall, aimed at making visits more convenient for families, residents and tourists.The initiative comes as part of a year-long partnership between the zoo and the mall. Operating every Friday, »»»

Dubai: Dubai’s beachfront resorts are heading for sell-out status this New Year’s Eve, as UAE residents rush to lock in last staycation deals under Dh1,000 before they disappear. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.With room rates driven up by record visitor arrivals and s»»»

The Saeed Juma Al Naboodah Group, the distributor for Great Wall Motor in the UAE, and GWM marked the UAE debut of the all-new TANK 700 with an unforgettable showcase, lighting up the Burj Khalifa as the flagship SUV was simultaneously revealed at the luxurious Armani Hotel, Dubai. This move marks »»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.3740 dinars for one euro on Wednesday, which is a slight change relative to Tuesday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is down by 0.2 pct against the euro m-o-m and by 0.3 pct y-o-y and relative to the be»»»

Polish investor and developer DL Invest Group has completed the acquisition of the Platan Park Warsaw complex, one of the largest commercial real estate transactions of 2025. The fully leased property offers more than 55,000 sq m and is now operating under the name DL Invest Park Platan. Located ne»»»

Hillwood Poland has expanded its logistics portfolio by acquiring two fully leased parks in northern Wrocław from Blackstone-managed funds for around EUR 70 million. The assets, now named Hillwood Wrocław City I and II, add nearly 100,000 sq m, bringing the company’s total Polish portfolio to over »»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.3615 dinars for one euro on Tuesday, which is a slight change relative to Monday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is down by 0.2 pct against the euro m-o-m and by 0.3 pct y-o-y and relative to the begin»»»

Software Services Client : Egyptian Company For Metro Management and processing Address : Hammat El Kouba, Cairo, Egypt Tender : Tender No. 1/2017 for updating of the electronic cards for controlling trains Tender documents : EGP5,000 A bid bond of EGP10,000 to be submitted Opening envelopes : 19-3»»»

Dubai: The Kerala government is set to file an appeal against the Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court’s verdict that acquitted four accused, including actor Dileep, in the high-profile actress assault case. Sources indicate that the appeal is likely to be filed within a week, following government in»»»

Tribune News Network Doha In a spectacular celebration of India’s rich classical heritage, a Kathakali performance organised by Fun Day Club, in association with the Angamaly Kathakali Club and the Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), witnessed an unprecedented audience turnout at the ICC premises. The ev»»»

Hunter Biden, with his wife Melissa, walks on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington upon their return from Joint Base Andrews on January 17. A judge in Connecticut ordered his disbarment on Monday File Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo Dec. 15 (UPI) -- A judge in Connecticut on Mon»»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.3544 dinars for one euro on Monday, which is a slight change relative to Friday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is down by 0.2 pct against the euro m-o-m and by 0.3 pct y-o-y and relative to the beginn»»»

Hanane Djoua Doha Thirty years ago, Qatar Foundation (QF) began with a belief that was audacious in its simplicity: transform one life deeply enough, and entire systems can change. Three decades on, that belief has taken a tangible form. It lives in a generation shaped not only by world-class educa»»»

Skopje, 12 December 2025 (MIA) - The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) adopted a decision reducing the retail prices of fuels by an average of 0.64% compared to the decision of Dec. 9, 2025. As of Friday midnight, the prices of diesel and gasoline remain unchanged, while the price of Mazut M-1 wil»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia will begin preparations for the launch of Bion-M No. 3 research satellite in 2026, Russian state space corporation Roscosmos said on Sunday. "Preparations for the launch of Bion‑M No. 3 will begin in 2026. The purpose of the launch is to study the factors of a spaceflight »»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Waha Motors, the authorized distributor of MHero in Qatar, announced the opening of its new MHero showroom on Al Salwa Road. The new showroom marks a significant milestone in Al Waha’s partnership with the Chinese manufacturer Dongfeng. To commemorate the occasion, Al Waha Motors ho»»»

Hong Kong: An exhibition by the Franco-Chinese artist Zao Wou-Ki opened in Hong Kong on Saturday, the first time his print work has been on display in Asia. Hong Kong's M+ museum is hosting a collection of more experimental prints by the artist, who is considered a master of the lyrical abstraction»»»

Panattoni has completed a major transaction on the German market, selling the fully leased Panattoni Campus Berlin Zentrum to DWS Group, one of the world’s largest asset managers. The complex covers about 36,500 square meters and combines logistics, light manufacturing, and business space in a sing»»»

Interest in mortgage loans in Poland is rising again, driven by recent interest rate cuts. According to data from the Credit Information Bureau (BIK), the value of mortgage loan inquiries increased by 50.3% y/y in November 2025. Just over 37,000 people applied for home loans, marking strong annual »»»